Job descriptionPwC’s Operate business delivers large operational and managed service solutions for clients to meet regulatory, risk and compliance challenges.With over 2,000 staff deployed on large implementation and execution programmes Operate brings together top talent with a distinctive mix of knowledge and skills. We support clients by providing staff augmentation services, delivering large scale operational programmes and managed solutions. We deliver our client work from a range of locations, providing our clients with cost-effective delivery, access to subject matter expertise and operational excellence disciplines for some of the biggest brands worldwide.About the roleThis role will be an initial 11 months fixed term contract (with a view to permanency). The Graduate Associate role will vary depending on your individual experience and skill set, and also the nature of the individual projects on which you will work, but may include Research, review and collate a range of documents, reports and informationCarry out compliance checks on client documentation and systemsMonitor a range of financial transactions and evidence findingsRegulatory remediation and quality compliance testingData input of key information into spreadsheets and or proprietary systemsContract and document review to identify key facts, anomalies, etc.Complaint handling and customer managementWho we are looking forWe are looking for a number of candidates from any degree discipline, to strengthen our existing team of Associates. We therefore welcome candidates who are;Graduates with a minimum of 2:2 degree (in any subject) keen to build a career in financial servicesAble to apply a logical and analytical approach to workAble to manage time, prioritise tasks and work under tight deadlinesSelf-starters and motivated to succeedExcellent communicators both verbal and writtenAble to demonstrate an aptitude for learning new systems and IT applicationsWhat is in it for you?As we’re responsive to client demands, your role will be varied and challenging, providing you with an opportunity to work with a wide variety of high profile clients. We’re also exceptionally passionate about providing you with the necessary skills, experience and training to help you develop both personally and professionally. You’ll therefore be included on our specific Augment training framework, tailored to match your skills, needs and career aspirations. Fully funded by us, you’ll complete externally accredited qualifications that will benefit you in the role you are working in. Our training programme is further enhanced through a variety of softer skills training sessions focusing on your relationships and leadership skills.In addition to the client projects and training, our employees are also rewarded with various other benefits offered as part of your employmentOur dedicated internal Careers Service.Competitive salary plus a potential discretionary bonus (performance related)25 days standard holiday pro rata, with options to increase this through your benefits packageA flexible benefits scheme that can be tailored to suit your (and your family’s) needs. Provision of a group pension plan with additional funding provided by PwCWhere will you be based?The role will be based in Belfast; however as a result of the wide variety of clients and projects, you may be asked to work in other locations within the UK and beyond for short, medium and long term periods of time. Your desire and ability to do this will be discussed as part of the recruitment process. Candidates who are unable or do not wish to work on projects in other locations will still be considered.Not the role for you? Did you know PwC offer arrangements as well as (ie temporary or day rate contracting)? The skills we look for in future employees All our people need to demonstrate the skills and behaviours that support us in delivering our business strategy. This is important to the work we do for our business, and our clients. These skills and behaviours make up our global leadership framework, ‘The PwC Professional’ and are made up of five core attributes; whole leadership, technical capabilities, business acumen, global acumen and relationships.